Staff says Piedmont Park ADA improvements are largely complete; swings ordered but not yet installed

Park staff reported that much of the ADA and swing project at Piedmont Park is finished, but the new swings had not yet arrived.

“Nancy” (staff) said, “The 1st 1 is the ADA and swing project at Piedmont Park,” and described completed plantings — island oak, manzanita and coffeeberry — and targeted air-spading around a native oak to address compaction. She said staff installed biochar under the playground fiber to improve airflow and nutrients for the oak.

Staff explained the prior swing area will remain closed until the ordered swings arrive and contractors complete installation and final playground fiber infill. Commissioners asked about the engineered wood fiber surfacing and were told the material is virgin engineered wood fiber approved for ADA access and is being used adjacent to the swing area pending a planned "adventure play" pathway.

Commissioners raised minor maintenance questions (bench installation and protective fencing for newly seeded lawn areas). No formal action was taken on the item; staff said they will return with updates as installation progresses.